GJ-W vs BLR-W Dream11 Prediction: Top 3 Captain or Vice Captain Picks for Gujarat Giants Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Match 1 of WPL 2025

Gujarat Giants Women (GJ-W) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (BLR-W) in the opening match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara, on February 14.

Gujarat Giants, who finished last in the previous edition, will be eager for a fresh start under new leadership. Meanwhile, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look to begin their title defense on a strong note. Ellyse Perry, last season’s leading run-scorer, will be key for BLR-W, while Gujarat will hope for a match-winning performance from Ashleigh Gardner, who impressed in the Women’s Ashes series.

Here are the top three captain or vice-captain picks for your fantasy lineup for Gujarat Giants Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women match.

1. Smriti Mandhana (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)

The RCB Women’s skipper has been in fine form, scoring 300 runs in her last 10 T20 matches at an average of 30 and a strike rate of 133.92. Her ability to anchor the innings or accelerate when needed makes her a strong captaincy choice.

2. Ellyse Perry (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)

The veteran all-rounder is a key player for BLR-W, scoring 347 runs in her last nine T20 matches at an outstanding average of 69.4 and a strike rate of 125.72. She has also picked up 7 wickets in seven matches, making her a valuable captaincy option.

3. Ashleigh Gardner (Gujarat Giants)

A proven match-winner with both bat and ball, Gardner’s recent form in the Women’s Ashes makes her a strong contender for the vice-captaincy role.